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Probierwerk Leverkusen
The WFL think-tank develops innovative and creative ideas using appropriate workshop formats, materials and facilities that promote interaction between a wide range of users. It is the solution factory for all matters concerning the further development of business models and the application areas for digital solutions in everyday business operations.
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The Probierwerk is a place where innovative and creative ideas emerge…
For example:
… in the startup offices
… in the prototyping lab (“Probierlab”)
… in the lounge
… in the open makerspace
… in the seminar rooms
The Probierwerk fosters exchange between…
… Startups
… SMEs
… Corporates
… Young people
… Crafts and trades
… Universities
… Students
… Creatives
… Mentors
… Cooperation partners
Events and workshops hosted at the Probierwerk include…
… Digitalisation for SMEs
… Startup knowledge sessions
… Corporate workshops
… Networking and community events
… Cooperation formats
The Probierwerk offers a startup ecosystem
Startups in the growth and consolidation phase receive support through access to entrepreneurial and specialist expertise, contacts to accelerators, incubators and mentors, as well as capital. They also benefit from knowledge transfer between startups and “traditional” companies through the identification of digitalisation potential, e.g. via workshops and events.
Thanks to cooperation with universities and other key players within the sector, startups at the Probierwerk gain access to events covering innovative topics, new trends, and peer exchange.
The Probierwerk is the go-to place for SMEs…
… that are unsure how to approach digitalisation
… that want to get ready for digital transformation
… that are developing ideas for new business models
… that want to optimise their processes using digital tools
… that are looking to connect with innovative startups
… that want to showcase their digital strategies
… that seek connections to universities and research institutions
Contacts
Benjamin Schulz
Head of Business Services /
Probierwerk, Authorized Signatory
Tel.: 02171 / 36633-01
E-Mail: schulz@wfl-leverkusen.de